Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Beautiful views
Cons:
Small bathroom
No swimming pool
Price concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
Some reviews mention old and musty smells, indicating cleanliness may not be top-notch.
Service
10
Many reviewers praised the staff for their friendliness and accommodating nature.
Location
10
Frequent mentions of the great location near the beach and La Jolla Cove highlight its appeal.
Room Quality
9.8
Rooms are generally praised for their views and comfort, though some mention size issues.
Amenities
9.3
Amenities were typically viewed positively, though some guests expressed a desire for more facilities.
Value for Money
9.3
Value for money was satisfactory, but some mentioned the price and lack of certain amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.8
The breakfast and beverages available were frequently highlighted positively.
Overall Experience
9.8
Overall experiences have been very positive with a few noted inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:29

Property Description

Luxurious Balinese-Inspired Rooms
Indulge in spacious rooms featuring fireplaces, well-equipped kitchens, and stunning Pacific Ocean views. Each room is adorned with custom wood-carved furnishings and Indonesian artwork, offering a unique and tranquil ambiance.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy modern conveniences such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable TV, iPod docking stations, and work desks. The fully-equipped kitchens come with top-notch appliances, including a microwave and a refrigerator. Plus, savor the luxury of reverse osmosis filtered water and ice makers.

Prime Location
Located in the heart of La Jolla, just a short stroll from the picturesque La Jolla Cove Beach. Explore nearby attractions like the Birch Aquarium and SeaWorld San Diego, both a short drive away. And don't forget, free on-site parking is available for your convenience.

Experience a blend of luxury and comfort at Pantai Inn - book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note: In order to confirm your reservation, the property requires a deposit of the first nights room and tax. This deposit will make you subject to the 14-day cancelation policy. You have up to 14 days before your arrival to cancel, or change your dates and receive a full refund. Once you are within 14 days from your arrival, cancelation will result in a forfeit of your deposit. We are unable to confirm, and hold reservations without a deposit.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAN

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 1117 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.8
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 9.8
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Deborah • couple • us
10
Fabulous boutique property in an excellent ocean front location in La Jolla
Pros:

Staff was fantastic, room was large and well equipped, beds were very comfortable, quiet for a peaceful nights sleep, was able to check in early as well. Loved room 205 with Murphy bed in family room, full kitchen, and lovely bathroom and canopy style bed! Would definitely stay there again.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Christian • couple • at
10
Tolle Lage. Nettes Ambiente.
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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blair • couple • mx
10
Great location
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Would have liked more privacy on balcony

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sal • couple • us
10
We stayed on Labor Day when at our house it was 100 degrees and at La Jolla it was 80 tops!
Pros:

Location, space,cleanliness!

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
E
Eva • couple • be
9
Pros:

Muy buena ubicación

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Hagit • family_with_children • us
10
For a relaxing beautiful place, this is it!
Pros:

Great location, style, size, service.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Joy • family_with_children • us
10
The Perfect Staycation!
Pros:

From the moment we arrived we felt like this was exactly where we needed to be. Customer service was above and beyond, sharing all that was available to us - including free waters and soda in the lobby, 24/7! Our room...uh hmmm...3 bedroom house was more than we even expected. It had every amenity and fit our family of 6 perfectly! And the location - we could walk to the beach, or walk to the local stores. Everything was perfect!

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Kimzy • solo_traveller • ch
9
Amazing location and relaxing atmosphere with kind staff and places to sit and look at the ocean
Pros:

The location, the relaxing areas to sit and watch and the ocean, the rooftop, the friendliness of the staff. It’s a true vacation by the beach feeling.

Cons:

The rooms are a bit outdated and would need some renovation but after being in another hotel in La Jolla first, I still believe the location and the relaxing vibe of the hotel in unbeatable

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
K
Kercher • solo_traveller • us
9
Go for the view
Pros:

Location, Location, Location, just across the street from the ocean and a park. Easy walking along the water (on the "cliff"). Ocean views available.
Nice breakfast. Comfortable patio with a firepit and chairs.
The kitchenette and bathroom have been nicely updated.

Cons:

The bedroom furniture was showing its wear. One of the closets did not have a bar to hang clothes from.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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bistra • extended_group • us
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Justin • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • us
9
Excellent location, beautiful grounds and very friendly staff.
Pros:

Amazing location. Easy access to everything a visitor to La Jolla would need. Excellent views from the breakfast and rooftop bar areas.

Cons:

Showed some aged in spots, but nothing that would prevent me from staying.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
M
Mark • family_with_children • us
1
Miserable, we paid over $1K to cancel the reservation and stay somewhere else
Pros:

Close to the ocean

Cons:

Our room was miserable, partly below grade, only windows looking out were next to a pedestrian corridor with people walking by, no privacy whatsoever

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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andres • couple • us
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Coastal54780200520 • Family
10
Hotel and Hospitality
Pros:

The location is amazing, beachfront. The lobby staff are welcominng. Doris made the breakfast, it was delicious and she was so nice and great hospitality

2026-08-29 • via Tripadvisor
7
78parasb • Family • Los Angeles, California
10
Truly the gem of La Jolla!
Pros:

There’s a perfect balance here of nature, peace, and that charming small-town La Jolla feel. The property has plenty of quiet little spots to slow down, unwind, and practice your yoga or meditation techniques or simply go for really nice walks!

And you’re only minutes away from the La Jolla shoreline, where you can practically have the seals at your feet!

The new furniture is also a great addition. It has an old-world charm that fits beautifully with the property’s Balinese-inspired décor and gives the hotel a unique sense of character and place.

My favorite part was sitting on their rooftop and catching the sunset!! Stunning! See pics!

Most importantly, the staff is genuinely friendly and welcoming. Ask for Edwin, the GM, if you want some great local tips—he and Norma are the best!

2026-08-27 • via Tripadvisor
7
775krishanb • Friends getaway • New York City, New York
10
A Balinese Beach Retreat in La Jolla
Pros:

Pantai Inn is a charming stay right on the La Jolla coast. The entire hotel has a unique Balinese-inspired atmosphere, with warm wooden furniture, paintings and statues, maintained greenery, and a beach-house feel throughout. The rooms were clean and comfortable, with a nice view of the ocean.

The beach is right across the street from the hotel, so you can go see the sea lions anytime. There are also great views of the ocean from the breakfast area as well as the roof deck.

The staff was very helpful throughout the stay, especially Norma when we checked in. The house golf cart was also very convenient.

A beautiful boutique hotel for anyone wanting a relaxed, oceanfront beach-house in La Jolla.

2026-08-27 • via Tripadvisor
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MatiasGorban • Family • San Miguel de Tucuman, Province of Tucuman, Northern Argentina
2
Extremely disappointing experience – completely unacceptable room situation
Pros:

Unfortunately, our experience at Pantai Inn was extremely disappointing and far below what we expected from a hotel of this category and price.

We booked our stay for three guests: myself, my pregnant wife, and our 4-year-old daughter. When we arrived, we were given a room with only one full-size bed — not even a queen — for all three of us.

We immediately explained that this sleeping arrangement was clearly inadequate for a family of three. What was even more shocking was the solution offered by the hotel: they gave us a second room for me alone in a completely separate building across the street, while my pregnant wife and 4-year-old daughter were expected to sleep by themselves in the original room.

Instead of providing our family with an appropriate room, their solution was literally to separate our family into two different buildings.

This was particularly frustrating because we had booked the hotel expecting a comfortable, high-quality stay in La Jolla. A hotel accepting a reservation for three guests should provide an appropriate sleeping arrangement or clearly disclose the limitations before the guest arrives.

The location is excellent, but unfortunately that does not compensate for such a poor experience and such an unreasonable handling of the situation.

For the price and reputation of Pantai Inn, we expected significantly better service, communication, and common sense.

I would not stay here again and cannot recommend it to families based on our experience.

2026-08-23 • via Tripadvisor